olfatear

Definitions of olfatear
  1. verb
    inhale audibly through the nose
    synonyms: esnifar, oler, olisquear
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    type of:
    aspirar
    draw in (air)
  2. verb
    inhale the odor of; perceive by the olfactory sense
    synonyms: oler
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    types:
    oler
    catch the scent of; get wind of
    resoplar
    sniff or smell inquiringly
    type of:
    percibir, sentir
    to become aware of through the senses
  3. verb
    search or inquire in a meddlesome way
    synonyms: fisgonear, husmear
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    type of:
    buscar, escudriñar, examinar, mirar
    search or seek
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